Module 4 - C Programming 1 - Memory/Pointers/Arrays/Pass-by-value/Stack/Heap Memory/Virtual (Shah) - 2026-Sep-09
Overview
In this module we learn more about how our hardware processes our assembly instructions
- C Programming Review
- Memory
- Pointers
- Arrays
- Pass by Value
- Stack Memory
- Heap Memory
- Virtual Memory Introduction
Key Resources/Readings
The following resources are listed (roughly) in order to supplement this lecture. You may choose to read 1 or more of these before/during/after the lecture to fully immerse into the material.
- Essential C Programming Guide (For Review on C programming topics)
- Learn and understand (almost) everything about the fundamentals of C++ pointers in 96 minutes (YouTube Video on Pointers)
- C Basics you should comfortable with (Dive into C - Chapter 1)
- C Foundations you should be familiar with (Dive into C - Chapter 2)
- Beej's Quick Guide to GDB ((My Youtube to help you debug in 23 minutes on GDB))
- GDB Beginner Masterclass ((My Youtube to help you debug in 23 minutes on GDB))
Slides and Module Content
Please note: Your in-class activity is graded. Your first attempt will be graded. You can use your notes and slides if you like. You have 1 week from the date of this module opening to complete the in-class activity. In-class activities are completed individually.
Note: Audio/Video recordings are made in a best effort in case you have to miss class or you would otherwise like to re-watch a portion of lecture. Occassional recording errors (e.g. missing sound, corrupted video, etc.) may occur, and I apologize in advance if a recording is not able to be made available. That said, it is the expectation that you are coming to class in-person. :)
Audio/Video Recording
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